Samsung Electronics has launched a number of impressive smartphones this year. The company’s current flagship devices – Samsung Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10e – have been appreciated by critics and fans alike for the kind of capabilities they offer. In addition to this, the company has also revamped its budget and mid-range line-up in India with its Galaxy M and Galaxy A series. Ideally, the South Korean technology giant should be having a great year in terms of earnings too. But then, Samsung’s Q2 2019 earnings forecast doesn’t really show this.
The company has said that its Q2 2019 profit is likely to be halved as compared to last year. According to the earnings guidance that has been released by Samsung, it is expected to fall by around 56% to 6.5 trillion won ($5.56 billion). The revenue of the company is also expected to slide by 4% to 56 trillion won ($47.89 billion).
We should mention that this would be Samsung’s lowest profit since Q3 2016. But then, back then the South Korean technology giant was facing the Galaxy Note 7 debacle. While Samsung has not given any explanations in its earnings guidelines, analysts have suggested that Huawei facing some very major problems with the US right now could have impacted the company’s chip business. But then, it may also have helped Samsung’s smartphone sales in some markets.
But then, things are not as bad for Samsung as they could have been. The company has gained from its display division and that definitely would have given a boost to its profit. According to a report in Reuters that quotes analysts, Samsung has been reimbursed with 800 billion won ($684 million) by Cupertino-based technology giant Apple. The company uses Samsung’s OLED displays in its iPhones and had to reimburse the South Korean company because it missed the sales target that had been agreed upon prior to the deal.
A recent report has also suggested that more devices by Apple will now come with OLED displays because the company is planning to take this step in order to satisfy a penalty that it owes to Samsung Display. So very soon, Samsung’s OLED displays may make their way to Apple’s tablets and laptops.
Apple had used Samsung’s OLED displays in iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. However, the sales of both these smartphones did not really do wonders this year. So using OLED screens in other devices would make perfect sense for Apple in order to fulfil the contract.
Over 10 million people have been deceived by a fake app called ‘Updates for Samsung’. In the latest reveal, CSIS Security Group’s report has suggested that this app has been spotted on Google Play and redirects the users to an ad-filled website that charges them for downloading software updates.
This fake app takes advantage of people who are facing difficulties in downloading software updates for their Samsung handset. It is worth mentioning that more than 10 million people have already installed this app.
The app also assures its users to make it easy for them to download software updates. This app claims to offer a centralized location where the owners of Samsung devices can get their software and OS updates. But then, the app is not affiliated with Samsung and is a scam that loads the update[.]com domain in a WebView (Android browser) component.
By going through the app’s information on Google Play Store, one can see that many users have reported that it only redirects to a website that is full of advertisements. This bogus site suggests both free and paid Samsung software updates to the people.
Usually, the site slows the speed of free downloads by limiting to 56 KBps and then, they ultimately stop. So, if you try installing any free software, the download will never finish even with a reliable network. The website then crashes all the free downloads and the Updates for Samsung app forces the users to pay for $34.99 premium package if the user wants to download any files. Despite making payments, the users were not able to download software packages.
The app does not follow the Play Store rules and uses a third party payment system rather than using a method provided by Google for safe and protected payment channel.
We should also mention that the app also provides the users with a $19.99 SIM card unlocking service. There is a possibility that this is just another way to fool people and making money.
The app does not install any malware in the user’s device. But then, it is a very suspicious app developed to dupe people all over the world. Many people have been fooled by this app thinking that it will make it easier for them to update their Samsung devices. These types of fake Android apps not only deceive people for money, but they can also risk their privacy by collecting data from the user’s device.
Google got everybody talking when it shared the design of its upcoming Pixel 4 flagship smartphone months ahead of its launch. The image shared by Google led to a lot of speculations and fans tried to predict as much as possible about the features of the device with it. In the image, it could be seen that Pixel 4 will come with a square camera module that will come with two sensors. However, there is no clarity on whether that will be a telephoto lens or a sensor meant for super-wide-angle shots.
But then, we may have got the answer to this question as a new version of the Google Camera app may have given away which sensor it is. According to XDA Developers, the build of the app in its leaked version of Android Q had references that mention ‘telephoto’. So, it is very likely that the Pixel 4 smartphone will come with a telephoto lens.
We should mention that Pixel smartphones can take some excellent portrait shots. Some even say that the handset’s edge detection is better than iPhone’s or other Android devices. But then, it is worth pointing out that since iPhones use depth data that has been obtained from two camera sensors, they can produce very realistic images that show the transition between the subject and their blurry background. The same cannot be said about Pixel devices that tend to show a stark contrast between the foreground and the background. Google will be able to work on this and make it better with a telephoto lens.
To recall, a few weeks back, Google had taken to its Twitter account and shared the image of its upcoming Pixel 4 smartphone. The tweet that accompanied the image read, “Well, since there seems to be some interest, here you go! Wait ’til you see what it can do. #Pixel4”
As we mentioned earlier, the tweet was followed by a number of speculations. For starters, it can be seen in the image that there is no fingerprint scanner, which means that the device is likely to sport one on its display. The most prominent change is, of course, the cameras of the device. Firstly, the handset will come with more than one camera sensor, and secondly, they will be placed in a square module on its back panel.
Another thing about the design of the Google Pixel 4 smartphone is that it’s back panel does not have the regular look that all other devices from the company’s flagship range do.
Pixel smartphones have always had a glossy glass portion on the top of their rear panel and a larger matte portion that on the rest of its back panel. Pixel 4, on the other hand, can be seen to have only one. But then, we can’t really say which one it is.
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Taiwanese technology brand Asus has started sending out media invites for the launch if its next gaming smartphone – ROG Phone 2. The Asus ROG Phone 2 is the successor of the ROG Phone that was launched last year. The upcoming gaming handset by the company is set to launch on July 23. Recently, the company had also confirmed that its Asus ROG Phone 2 will sport a 120Hz display and had said that the device will go official later this month. Asus has also partnered with Tencent for its upcoming gaming handset. Asus ROG Phone 2 will directly compete with the likes of Nubia Red Magic 3 and Black Shark 2.
A number of Chinese bloggers have posted the image of the launch invite on Weibo that says that ROG Phone 2 will sport a 120Hz display and will be launched on July 23. We should also mention that the company’s ROG gaming division has also confirmed that the handset will be launching in July. But then, we should mention that as of now, the company continues to be tight-lipped about the launch of Asus ROG Phone 2 outside of China.
It is also worth pointing out that Asus ROG Phone 2 recently received three different certifications from US FCC, Wi-Fi Alliance, and China’s 3C, which pointed towards its imminent launch. A report that came out a few weeks back also accurately predicted that the handset will be launched on July 23. As we mentioned earlier, the company has also partnered Tencent to get some custom gaming experiences to the device. A few optimized games will also be added to the handset so that users can make the most of its 120Hz display.
The ROG Phone 2 is said to arrive in two variants in the country and will hold a starting price of CNY 4,399 (approximately Rs 44,400). However, as of now, not much is known about the specifications of the handset. Asus has confirmed that the ROG Phone 2 will come with a 120Hz display. The only other smartphone to have a display like this is Razer Phone 2, which is known for its gaming capabilities.
To recall, Asus ROG Phone was launched in June 2018 globally but it made its way to India in November 2018. The smartphone some powerful gaming-centric specifications and was powered by an overclocked version of the Snapdragon 845 SoC. So, the possibility of Asus ROG Phone 2 being powered by an over-clocked version of the Snapdragon 855 SoC cannot be ruled out either. But then, we will have to wait till we find out more.
Chinese technology company Xiaomi is back with its Mi Days Sale on Amazon India and Flipkart. As always, the company will be selling its smartphones and accessories at big discounts during the sale that begins from today and will go on till June 9. The company is offering a discount of up to Rs 6,500 on its products. In addition to this, the buyers can get up to Rs 3,000 off on exchanges.
Coming to the discounts, Xiaomi is offering great discounts and offers during Mi Days sale.
Redmi 6A’s 2GB/16GB RAM storage variant can be bought at a discount of Rs 1,000 for Rs 5,999. On the other hand, the 3GB/32GB variant that was earlier priced Rs 7,999 can be purchased at Rs 6,199 during the Mi Days Sale.
The company’s Mi A2 smartphone, that was launched in India at Rs 17,499, is now being offered Rs 10,999 for the 4GB RAM/64GB RAM storage variant. Xiaomi is also offering an additional discount of Rs 1,000 on exchange offers. The 6GB RAM/128GB variant of the handset, that was initially launched in India at Rs 20,500, can now be purchased at Rs 15,999. Users can also get a Rs 2,000 off on the higher-end model if they opt for an exchange.
Redmi Y3 with 3GB RAM/32GB RAM variant that was priced at Rs 11,999, can now be bought at Rs 9,999.
Redmi 6A’s 2GB/16GB RAM storage variant can be bought at a discount of Rs 1,000. The revised pricing of the smartphone is Rs 5,999. On the other hand, the 3GB/32GB variant of the handset, that was earlier priced Rs 7,999 can be purchased at Rs 6,199 during the Mi Days Sale.
Xiaomi will also be offering the Redmi Note 7 Pro with 6GB RAM/64GB storage and 6GB RAM/128GB storage options via an open sale through Flipkart and Mi.com. The next flash sale for Redmi Note 7 Pro 4GB + 64GB variant has been scheduled for July 12.
Besides this, Redmi 6 handset, that features 12MP+ 2MP dual camera and runs on Android Oreo v8.1 operating system with 2GHz Mediatek P22 octa core processor being sold for Rs 6,999 for its 3GB RAM/32GB storage variant during the Mi Days Sale.
The Mi Band 3, that was earlier priced Rs 2,199, can be purchased for Rs 1,999. Mi Band HRX is also being offered at a reduced price of Rs 1,299. Mi Wi-Fi bulb can be purchased for Rs 1,299 instead of Rs 1,499 and Mi Body composition scale, that earlier cost Rs 2,999, is now available at a discounted price of Rs 1,999.
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Last month, Realme 2 smartphone has started receiving the ColorOS 6 beta update based on Android Pie. Now, the testing of the update is over and the Chinese technology company has started rolling out the stable update for ColorOS 6 to Realme 2 smartphones in India. With this, the software of the smartphone gets upgraded to Android 9.0 Pie. A number of other new features have also been added to the handset including the riding mode, navigation gestures and a new app launcher.
In addition to all these features, the ColorOS 6 update gets the June 2019 Android security patch to the Realme 2 smartphone and also adds an updated default UI theme. As we mentioned earlier, the Realme 2 smartphone started receiving the Android 9.0 Pie beta update skinned with ColorOS 6 beta last month. However, that update was only rolled out to a small group of users to test it out and make sure if it’s bug-free. But now, the testing of the update is over.
The company has posted on its official Realme forum that the stable update of Android 9.0 Pie with ColorOS 6 has started rolling out to all Realme 2 smartphone users. Needless to say, the biggest change that the update gets to the Realme 2 smartphone is Android Pie and the updated June Android security patch.
Coming to the functional and UI changes of the handset, the update has got new notification icons to the status bar and added a new app drawer that has been seen in the form of an ‘arrow up button on the home screen of the device.
With ColorOS 6, the handset has also got the support for navigation gestures as well as a Riding Mode. It is worth mentioning that the latter mutes the notifications and when one is driving and automatically sends back texts after declining incoming calls.
The design of the notification shade on the handset has also been tweaked. It now comes with larger icons and a cleaner design. Post the update, you will also see that the handset has got the Realme Theme Store as a standalone app. The update is being rolled out in a phased manner and will gradually reach all the users of Realme 2.
To recall, the smartphone comes with a 6.2-inch HD+ display and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 SoC. It sports a dual rear camera setup with 13MP and 2MP sensors and has an 8MP selfie camera.
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Vivo has recently launched its Vivo iQoo Neo smartphone that comes with a 6.38-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080×2340 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. Vivo iQoo neo has a glossy gradient finish on its back panel and a conventional narrow-bezel display with a teardrop notch on the top of the device. Vivo smartphone is powered by a 2.8GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and packs 6GB/8GB of RAM. The price of Vivo iQoo Neo starts at Rs 18,000. In this price range, there are a number of great smartphones that are available in the Indian market. Poco F1 competes directly with the likes of Vivo iQoo Neo. Here, we compare Vivo iQoo Neo and Poco F1 so that you can decide which one is a better buy for you:
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Display
Vivo iQoo Neo: 6.38-inches AMOLED
Poco F1: 6.18-inches IPS LCD
Poco F1
Processor
Vivo iQoo Neo: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor
Poco F1: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor
Rear camera(s)
Vivo iQoo Neo: 12MP (f/1.79) + 8MP (f/2.2) + 2MP (f/2.4)
Poco F1: 12MP: 12MP Sony IMX363 + 5MP secondary camera
Selfie camera
Vivo iQoo Neo 12MP (f/2.0)
Poco F1: 20MP (f/2.0)
RAM and storage
Vivo iQoo Neo: 6GB/8GB
Poco F1: 6GB
Support for microSD card
Vivo iQoo Neo: No
Poco F1: Up to 256GB
Battery
Vivo iQoo Neo: 4,500mAh
Poco F1: 4,000mAh
Operating system
Vivo iQoo Neo: Funtouch OS based on Android 9 Pie.
Poco F1: Android 9 Pie skinned with MIUI
Price
Vivo iQoo: Neo: CNY 1,798 (Rs Rs 18,000 )
Poco F1: Rs 17,999
Our Take
The pricing of both smartphones is similar. If you love photography and camera is very important for you than we would recommend you Vivo iQoo Neo because it comes with a triple camera set up whereas Poco F1 sports a dual camera setup. In terms of battery also Vivo iQoo is far much better than Poco F1. Coming on the design Vivo iQoo comes with a 6.38-inch screen while Poco comes with a 6.18 inches display.
Vivo iQoo comes with some gaming-specific features and has a dedicated Game Space launcher that displays only gaming-specific modifications. In addition to this, the smartphone features a 4D vibration system that will offer haptic feedback in supported games. So, our pick for the best value for money smartphone is the Vivo iQoo Neo. You would not be disappointed with it since it has so many good features at almost the same price.
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At the Budget 2019, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has made a number of announcements that will be benefiting the technology and auto sectors in India. Take a look at all the key announcements here:
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A push for cashless payments
The Narendra Modi led government has been pushing cashless payments since its first term. After demonetization, the government had launched its BHIM app and made efforts to make sure that digital payments see a surge. At the Budget 2019, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that the government has decided to remove MDR changes on cashless payments. In addition to this, no charges will be levied on customers who opt for cashless payments.
Efforts to promote electric vehicles
The government has announced two major changes as far as electric vehicles go. Firstly, the government has approved Rs 10,000 crore for Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles or FAME II. With this, it is encouraging auto-makers to manufacture electric vehicles in India. Other than this, the government has also announced an income tax exemption of ₹1.5 lakh to the owners of electric vehicles. Customs duty for certain parts of the vehicle will also be exempted.
A good news for Apple and OnePlus
It has also been announced today that India has plans to ease local sourcing rules in single-brand retail. According to various analysts, this move will help technology companies like Apple, OnePlus and Oppo who wish to set up their own stores in India. The move is meant for getting higher foreign investments at a time when global FDI has slid from 13% in 2018 to $1.3 trillion from $1.5 trillion.
Enhancing internet connectivity with BharatNet
Sitharaman also said that under the government plans to bridge the rural-urban digital divide with BharatNet and aims to provide internet connectivity in local bodies in every Panchayat in the country. The efforts will be speeded up with assistance from Universal Obligation Fund.
Improvements in certain youth skills
The government also announced at the Budget 2019 that it has plans of improving skills of youth in certain areas like artificial intelligence, big data and robotics. These skills are valued highly in India as well as outside the country and can help in securing high paying jobs.
80 business incubators, 20 technology incubators will be set up
Under its ASPIRE scheme, the government plans to launch livelihood business incubators and 20 technology business incubators. These will be set up to produce 75,000 skilled entrepreneurs in the agro-rural industries.
A step for ISRO
The government is taking a step towards becoming a space power as it has announced a new commercial arm of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) – New Space India Limited (NSIL). The body will help ISRO in tackling the benefits of its research and development.
Budget allocation for the Department of Space to go up
FM also announced today that the budget allocation for the Department of Space for this year is expected to go up by 11% and will reach around 12.473 crores. The outlay of Space Technology for 2019-200 has also increased by 20% to 8,408 crores.
A new payment platform for MSMEs
The government has also announced certain steps for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Among the most highlighted ones is that it is setting up a new payment platform for them.
National Common Mobility Card
The government is all set to launch its National Transport Card. The card will run on Rupay card and will enable users to pay bus charges, railways, and roadways.
Samsung has officially announced that its Galaxy Note 10 handset will be launched on August 7. The company has sent formal invites for its Galaxy Unpacked event. Samsung has scheduled the Galaxy Unpacked event for 4 pm ET on August 7, which converts to 1:30 am on August 8 India time. The event will be hosted at Barclay’s Centre in Brooklyn, New York City.
Even before the launch of the smartphone new leaks and reports have surfaced on the web related to Samsung’s flagship smartphone. This time the leaks are from the smartphone’s camera lens maker Kolen. To fulfil the company’s demand, the lens maker is upgrading its manufacturing capabilities to include additional Time of Flight (ToF) sensor on the camera setup for 3D sensing and more accurate facial recognition. The new smartphone will debut with ToF module on both the front and the back-camera arrays.
According to reports, the lens manufacturer Kolen is setting up a new plant in Vietnam for the same. The manufacturing plant will be ready to operate by July. The company is planning to manufacture ToF modules through its new plant in Vietnam for this smartphone. For the unknown, Kolen is Samsung’s partner that manufacture camera lens for the company. Apart from 3D sensing and facial recognition the ToF sensor can also be used for augmented reality features, better portrait mode shots and more.
The company is planning to add the ToF sensor to many of its other devices as well. According to the past case renders, that surfaced online, indicates that Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Pro is assumed to be equipped with ToF sensor on the back panel. The leaks also pointed out that Galaxy Note 10 might not come with ToF module on its back. The front indicated that Galaxy Note 10 will not sport a ToF sensor on its front because it will house a centrally aligned circular hole punch camera. But, with the news leaks, the story seems to be different.
It is speculated that the smartphone maker might also unveil another variant of the smartphone as Galaxy Note 10 Pro or Galaxy Note 10+. Further, rumours also suggest that Samsung might also release the smartphone’s 5G model at the launch event.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Specifications and features
It is alleged that the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 will feature a 6.28-inch display whereas the rumoured Galaxy Note 10 pro or Galaxy note 10+ might feature a 6.75-inch display. Both the sizes of the smartphone are expected to be launched in 5G variants. The device would not have a Bixby Button and 3.5MM headphone jacks. The top-end model of the phablet might consist of a Time of Flight (TOF) camera apart from the triple rear camera setup. The new smartphone will also provide an improved version of Sound on Display technology.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Pricing
It is rumoured that Samsung Galaxy Note 10 might be priced between $ 1,100 – 1200(approximately Rs 76,000 – 82,700). Additionally, the company may also announce the launch date of the Galaxy Fold, Galaxy Home speakers that were announced at the launch of Galaxy Note 9 last year.
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Gone were the days when mobile gaming was considered as a meek idea. Today, even a mouse potato can’t deny mobile gaming. Out of all genres, action games are a quite popular category amongst teenagers and young adults. Remember PUBG? How social networking sites were exploded with its memes, depicting its obsession among people. Well, here we are with a list of top 10 action games for Android smartphone. iOs users, we surely will come to you with something unique, too.
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1. JYDGE
JYDGE is a top-down twin-stick shooter must have game for a plucky. As you clear each level, you can upgrade JYDGE and his super gun, gravel. You can also replay its levels over and over again.
2. Battlelands Royale
With some creative combination of cartoony characters and top-down perspective, this game is all about the last man standing. Limited to carrying a single gun, this game also tests your tactical skills. To fight or try to sneak past your enemies, is always an option for you to choose.
3. PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds
Commonly called as PUBG, is the mobile version of the desktop game. With high-quality graphics and audio quality, it has changed the concept of action games for smartphones, which was earlier considered as child’s play. To be the last man standing, you have to do what all it takes to survive, to loot, fight and much more.
4. Fowlst
Also making to our list of action games for Android is Fowlst. Each time you play this game, you will find it different. It’s about a loot-seeking owl who got himself stuck in Hell’s underground labyrinth. Controls are dead simple, not the challenges though, filled with demons and deadly traps.
5.Critical ops
To test your reflexes and tactical skills try this fast-paced FPS action game. Said to be inspired by Counter-Strike, this game has been downloaded over 34 million times. It is definitely worth a play for action junkies.
6. Stranger Things: The Game
Head over heels about the big time Netflix hit, Stranger Things? With a classic Zelda vibe, this game is a mix of puzzles and action sections keeping things a little interesting. So, you start out by playing as Police Chief Jim Hopper and explore the town, and other characters from the show.
7. Injustice 2
You can’t be an honest DC fan if you haven’t tried this game yet. Well, this is one of the best fighting action games you could play on your smartphone. Customise your favourite Super-Heroes with powerful gear, assemble their teams and combat with villains of the game. What else do you want? Excellent for: If you have a lot of time at hand, sitting at the airport.
8. Asphalt Xtreme
Asphalt Xtreme is about off-road racing against competitors in a total of 5 modes, over 400 races, 500 challenges and 35 vehicles. It also offers an online multiplayer option with up to 8 opponents at a time. Though not a hardcore action game, but it has a lot of action in it.
9. Into the Dead 2: Zombie Survival
The sequel of Into the Dead, this game has 7 chapters, 60 stages and many more challenges to take on than you think. As you progress it will unlock more resources for you. A good brain eater for you. Definitely, an action-packed game, that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Our action games for Android would not have been complete without it.
10. Brawl Stars
The game pits players against one another, smashing and beating each other. Each game mode gets intense as you level up. It gives you a choice whether to opt two versus two or one versus one in combat mode. It’s a quick action game, for fun!
Well, here ends our list of top 10 action games for android. Did we skip any notable one? Do share them in that case, in the comments section below.
It seems like the marketing strategies of major technology companies are changing. Google is not the only one that officially gave away real information (or image to be more precise) of its upcoming flagship smartphone Pixel 4 before launch. In April this year, Sony also spilled some beans about its PlayStation 5 gaming console, even though it is more than a year from being unveiled. The company had revealed some PlayStation 5 specifications like the gaming console will be powered by a 7nm AMD Ryzen 3000 processor clubbed with 7nm Radeon Navi GPU. The company also announced that an ultra-fast SSD will be used in the console for game storage.
Now, some fresh leaks have surfaced online that claim to have some very specific information about the hardware that will be used in the PlayStation 5. We would recommend you take this information with a grain of salt, but then, it may also be valid.
The report has claimed that gaming console will come with an 8-core/16-thread Ryzen 3000 processor that will be clocked at 3.2GHz. In addition to this, the Radeon Navi-based GPU will reportedly have a total of 72 Compute Units, 64 shaders per CU and a clock speed of 1.55GHz. The device is said to come with 16GB or 24GB of GDDR6 memory. It has also been mentioned that PlayStation 5 will be able to deliver around 14.2 TFLOPS compute performance from the above-mentioned GPU.
Coming to the SSD, it is being speculated that the systems will come with 2TB of storage. Sony has also stated that till now, we haven’t seen any consumer-level SSDs that offer the kind of performance in PlayStation 5, so there can be a possibility that the gaming console could come with a PCI 4.0 interface.
We should add that the first PCI 4.0 SSDs were announced right after the initial specifications of the PlayStation 5 came to light. The new SSDs are said to offer a substantial upgrade in terms of performance over its predecessor.
Sony has also said that the console will support 120Hz of output at 4K for games and will also have support for 8K. But then, as of now, it is speculated that the 8K will only be used for videos and not for gaming. The company also confirmed that the PS5 will have support for multiplayer backwards compatibility with the PlayStation 4, so it will be easy for users to upgrade their console.
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India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today presented the Budget 2019 for the first time in her term. In her first Budget speech, she has said that the government will be encouraging the faster adoption of electric vehicles. To do this, the government of India has approved Rs 10,000 crore for Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME II) on April 1, 2019. She also added that the main purpose of the FAME II scheme is to make the right kind of charging infrastructure available and provide incentives for an easy and affordable mode of transport for the common man.
She also announced “We are launching interoperable transport card to be used for transport,” The transport card will be used for universal travel that can be used on various transportation modes, roads, railways, etc.
In addition to this, the minister also announced that anyone who buys an electric vehicle will be offered an exemption of income tax worth Rs 1.5 lakh by the National Democratic Alliance government. The government will also be focussing on local manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries. She also added that the government has reduced the customs duty on import of certain parts of electric vehicles to promote them in the country.
Sitharaman also said that the income tax exemption will account for saving Rs 2.5 lakh for customers during the entire period of purchase.
Speaking further on it, she said, “We want a lot to develop India as a manufacturing hub for electric vehicles and want to encourage the purchase of these vehicles. The government will provide income tax exemption of ₹1.5 lakh to the owners of electric vehicles. Customs duty is also being exempted for certain components of electric vehicles.”
We should mention that recently, Niti Aayog had moved a note to the Finance Ministry to remove all the fossil fuel based vehicles by 2030. However, most automakers are opposing this as such a big shift in such a short span of time can prove to be disruptive for them. As of now, the auto companies do not have the capacity to take up big enough investments required for such a shift.
Yesterday, while presenting the Economic Survey, Nirmala Sitharaman said that electric vehicles represent the next generation in sustainable mobility and the country must pay emphasis on them so that it can take the needed appropriate measures to lower the total lifetime ownership costs so that it can attract consumers.
“While various incentives have been provided by the government and new policies are being implemented, it is important that these policies not only focus on reducing the upfront costs of owning an EV but also reduce the overall lifetime costs of ownership,” said the survey.
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iPhones have always been considered to be expensive and premium. In the last few years, some reports said that they probably got too expensive for the Indian market. Now, there is data to support this statement. A report has surfaced online that claims that the shipments of Apple iPhone were down by 42% in Q1 2019 as compared to the first quarter of 2018. In April, the sales improved a bit because of discounts that were offered by the company, they reportedly dropped again in May.
The report, which first surfaced on The Economics Times and quoted analysts at research firm Counterpoint, said that iPhone shipments in India dipped to 2,20,000 units in the January-March quarter. Analysts
Also said that for the complete year, they are estimating shipments to rear 1.5 million to 1.6 million, but then, that would be a “10-17% drop from 2018,” and a 53% drop as compared to 2017.
While the sales of the iPhone began to rise after the price cuts and discounts offered by the smartphone company, the OnePlus 7 Pro and Samsung S10e started to give the devices a serious competition after their launch. This led to a fall in sales again.
The report has also said that Apple will begin manufacturing high-end iPhones like iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR in India soon. This will help the company avoid import duty and hence, the prices of the handsets will be reduced, and that would have a direct impact on the sales. It is worth mentioning that Apple already manufactures smartphones like the iPhone 7 in India.
Currently, the problem that is leading to a fall in prices of iPhones in India is reported to be the high pricing of the devices. We should mention that iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR were launched at a starting price of Rs 99,900, Rs 109,900 and Rs 76,900 respectively.
Earlier this year, Apple announced various discounts and offers on the iPhone XR. However, even after that, the cost of the smartphone was almost Rs 60,000 and hence, a lot of people could still not consider to buy it.
It is worth pointing out that these iPhones are expensive everywhere across the globe, their cost in India is unusually high because of the import tariffs that are being levied on products that are not manufactured locally.
As we mentioned earlier, the launches of OnePlus 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S10e did not help Apple much either as the competition only became stiffer. Both the devices come with premium specifications and are priced under Rs 50,000, so naturally, they had an edge over Apple.
Apple is set to launch it’s iPhone 11 in September this year. We would have to wait to see if that helps the company bounce back in the Indian market or whether it really is left with no other option apart from expanding its manufacturing in India.
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The Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro India launch date is finally here. Xiaomi India MD Manu Kumar Jain has taken to Twitter to announce that the two smartphones will be launched in India on July 17. The company has been teasing the launch of Redmi K20 and Remi K20 Pro for a long time now. Just as the two devices were launched in their home country last month, Redmi India had made an announcement that they will make their way to India too. In fact, last month, Jain also gave a timeline of six weeks for the India launch of Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro.
Today, he took to Twitter to say, “Mi fans, it’s time for the knockout punch! #RedmiK20 and #RedmiK20Pro are unleashing on 1+7 = 17th July 2019! Time for Flagship Killer 2.0 Save the date. RT if you are excited as I am. #BelieveTheHype #Xiaomi ❤️ #Redmi.”
Mi fans, it’s time for the knockout punch!#RedmiK20 and #RedmiK20Pro are unleashing on 1+7 = 17th July 2019! Time for Flagship Killer 2.0 🥊 🥊
The company has also sent save the date invites to media that reveal that the two handset’s India launch date.
Redmi K20 Pro, Redmi K20 price (expected)
As we mentioned earlier, the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro were launched in China some time back. The Redmi K20 was launched in two storage variants in China – 6GB RAM/64GB storage and 6GB RAM/128GB storage. While the former is priced at CNY 1,999 (approximately Rs 20,200), the latter costs CNY (roughly Rs 21,200). The handset has been made available in Glacier Blue and Flame Red colour options.
Speaking of the Redmi K20 Pro, it was launched in China in four variants. Besides the storage variants, Redmi K20 is available in, the handset can also be bought in 8GB RAM/256GB storage and 8GB RAM/128GB storage. The base variant of Redmi K20 Pro is priced at CNY 2,499 (approximately Rs 25,200), the 6GB RAM/128GB storage model costs CNY 2,599 (approximately Rs 26,200), the 8GB RAM/ 128GB storage variant can be picked up at CNY 2,799 (approximately Rs 28,200), and the most high-end model can be purchased for CNY 2,999 (approximately Rs 30,200).
The device is available in China in Glacier Blue, Flame Red and Carbon Fiber Black colour options. The pricing of the two smartphones in India is expected to be similar to their China price. You can take a look at their detailed specifications here.
Some reports have also suggested that the Redmi K20 smartphone will be launched in India as POCO F2. We would have to wait for a few days to find out if that is true or not.
When we got the JBL LIVE 400BT on-ear wireless headphones, at first glance these headphones looked simple and sleek. We noticed that the company has labeled the left and right insides of the earpiece, so users would know which side to put on which ear. The JBL LIVE 400BT on-ear headphones look pretty decent with mesh design and it appears cool, young and stylish. So, like always we took the new gadget that has come to us for a review out for a spin. This is our review of the JBL LIVE 400BT headphones.
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Design
Before we talk more about the design let us tell you about what you get inside the box of the JBL LIVE 400BT on-ear headphones. These come with a micro USB charging cable and a 3.5 mm auxiliary cable that is 4 ft (1.3 meters) in length. A mic and a remote come fitted with the Auxiliary cable. So, if the headphones run out of battery they can be wired into your smartphone for uninterrupted playback. Apart from that, you can also find an instruction manual inside the box. That is helpful when you first try to connect the headphones with your device, the instructions are pretty simple to follow.
Comfort is the most important thing after sound quality whenever we buy headphones. The padding on the JBL LIVE 400BT is decent. So before even listening to music, we tried to assess the comfort. Before putting on the headphones we were worried about if they might not fit our head, but the headphones fitted pretty well because of the padding and the expandable headband (which by-the-way has metal extenders).
The on-ear headphones covered our entire ears but if you have a larger head your ears might peep out of the ear cups. But, JBL is marketing it at over the ears headphones, not on-ear, so this could be the case with some. The padding is soft but after 30 minutes of continuous use, they become a little tight. Soft PU leather material has been used to make the ear cushions. This does not make the ears feel sweaty and does not fall off while working out or jogging.
The left ear cup sports a Micro USB charging port for charging the earphones. It takes around two hours to get the headphones fully charged. Once juiced up the headphones can deliver up to 24 hours of playing time. On the right ear muffs, it sports a power switch that can be turned on by sliding it. The Blue flashing light indicates that the power is on. The left earcups also consist of a volume control button and a multi-function button to play/pause the music.
Performance
The headphones can be easily connected to your smartphone using Bluetooth. Over that, two devices can be connected simultaneously. The headphones can be paired with your Android device and a tablet or laptop at the same time with Bluetooth connectivity. Once paired the headphones do not require permission to connect again. It connects automatically every time it is turned on. To test the connectivity, we placed our smartphone in one room and then went to my balcony (about 30 feet away) to water the plants and we still had connectivity in the balcony. Amazingly, when we kept the headphones on the desk while working, we were able to still listen to the music that was playing. The audio drivers are very loud.
To test the sound quality, it is very important for us to listen to music that we are familiar with. Please Don’t laugh, so we tested the on-ear headphones sound quality by playing one of our favourite track by Charlie Puth “We don’t talk anymore”. It was easier for us to quickly pick out places where it sounds different, better or not so bright. However, the sound is quite good overall.
The headphones come with Ambient awareness feature that allows you to listen to your favourite tracks while you hear ambient sounds too. This feature helps you hear the sound of traffic or horns while you are crossing or walking on the road or traveling in a metro or a bus by lowering the volume of headphones.
The feature can be easily switched on or off by clicking a dedicated button on the right earmuff. As mentioned earlier the JBL headphones are equipped with passive noise cancellation feature that cancels most of the unnecessary sounds in the surroundings.
The JBL400BT headphones come with another feature of Google assistant and Alexa connectivity. Pressing the right ear muff activates the Google voice Assistant or Alexa. This can be also done by just saying Ok Google.
General Specifications
Headphone cable length (ft)4.38
Weight (g)185.8
Weight (oz)6.83
Ear cushion material PU Leather
Bluetooth version4.2
Headphone cable length (cm)133.4
Audio Specifications
Driver size (mm)40.0
Number of drivers per ear1.0
Driver sensitivity at 1kHz/1mW (dB)106dB SPL@1kHz/Pa
Impedance (ohms)32.0
Verdict:
You can easily opt for JBL LIVE 400BT on-ear headphones if you are looking for a wireless headphone under Rs 7,000 (Rs 6,899 to be exact). At this price point, it is hard to get so many features, which the JBL LIVE 400BT headphones promises. These include a talent to deliver great sound, long battery life, fast Bluetooth connectivity, Google voice assistant/Alexa, good comfort and style. We are sure with all such features The JBL’s headphone can be the one you bet on.
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Chinese technology company Oppo has started teasing its new, upcoming smartphone on Amazon India. The company is all set to launch its Oppo K3 handset in India, that is the successor to its previously launched K1 smartphone. Oppo has set up a dedicated ‘Notify Me’ teaser page on Amazon India, and it is being speculated that it is meant for Oppo K3. But then, we should mention that the page does not have the name of any handset on it.
According to a report in MSP, the company is getting the Oppo K3 to India, that will come with a few additional features and upgrades from its predecessor K1. It is worth pointing out that Oppo launched its K3 smartphone in its home country two months back, so it is very likely that the company is planning to get the device to India too. In China, the Oppo K3 is available in two storage variants – 6GB RAM/64GB storage and 8GB RAM/128GB storage. While the former is priced at RMB 1,599 (approximately Rs 16,000), the latter costs RMB 1,899 (roughly Rs 19,000). We would have to wait for a few more days to get more concrete information on the pricing and availability details of the smartphone in India.
The key feature of the Oppo K3 smartphone is its selfie camera that is housed in a pop-up module. The handset is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 710 processor and comes with the company’s VOOC 3.0 fast charging. Here’s a look at the complete specifications of the Oppo K3 smartphone:
Oppo K3 specifications
The newly launched Oppo K3 handset runs Android 9.0 Pie skinned with Color OS 6.0 and it features a 6.5-inch AMOLED display that has a screen-to-body ratio of 91.1%. The screen of the device has Full HD+ resolution and it comes with DC dimming. The smartphone comes with a 3D gradient back design and an S-shaped curve. Oppo K3 also comes with an in-display fingerprint scanner that is claimed to be 28.5% faster.
The handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 octa-core processor and comes with up to 8GB of RAM. It houses up to 256GB of UFS 2.1 storage. The device comes with a pop-up selfie camera module that packs a 16MP lens. On the back panel of the handset, there is a dual rear camera setup that comes with a 16MP sensor and a 2MP sensor.
The device comes with a 3,765mAh battery that, as we mentioned earlier, comes with support for VOOC 3.0 fast charging technology.
Ola Cabs is India’s answer to taxi-hailing service Uber and it has grown phenomenally since it was launched in 2010. In 2018, the company started expanding overseas when it took its operations to Australia and New Zealand. Now, the company has received the approval from London’s transport regulator to begin private hire vehicles in the United Kingdom’s capital.
Ola UK Private Limited now has a carriage license from TFL for a year to operate that permits it to operate ‘PHV vehicles’ across London. With this, the drivers would have to apply for a licence and list their vehicle as privately registered for hire, the company has specified in a statement that it issued to the press.
We should mention that Ola has taken this move just days after Morgan Stanley analyst says that the company will become a threat to Uber in the United Kingdom. A big reason behind the prediction was the fact that Ola has raised more capital as compared to other app-based cab-hailing companies.
We should mention that according to Morgan Stanley, Ola Cabs has a total funding of $3.8 billion, and this makes it far ahead of others. To give you a better idea of the competitors, Bolt has just re-entered the market in the UK recently, has till now raised a funding of $190 million to $280 million.
Prior to Ola’s entry in the UK, analysts had said, “We believe Ola is arguably a greater threat if media reports of Ola’s entry into London at the end of the year prove accurate.”
Ola Cabs’ investors include the likes of SoftBank, Sequoia Capital, Accel, Kia Motors and Hyundai. In addition to this, the company is also trying to get more investors onboard to give Uber a good fight, especially in India where the market is extremely competitive.
An Ola spokesperson, in a statement to the press, said that the company is “looking forward to building world-class mobility offerings for London, by collaborating with drivers, riders, the government, and local authorities. London is one of the world’s most iconic cities and hosts a progressive mobility environment. We couldn’t be more excited to bring Ola to London in the time ahead.”
Currently, Ola’s operations are active in 150 countries in India. Since last year, the company has been expanding its operations to other countries too, and it has reached Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom so far. The company serves more than 150 million users and has reported to have a billion rides annually.
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Chinese technology company OnePlus usually gets applauded for offering smartphones with premium specification at an affordable price. However, this time, the company has created headlines for the wrong reasons. A report has surfaced online that says that a user’s OnePlus One smartphone caught fire randomly in the middle of the night. But then, the user was able to douse the fire so the situation was under control before the handset exploded.
According to an email the user sent to the company, his device was switched off when the incident occurred and it was not even put on charging. This makes it even more strange as most other smartphones that have been reported to catch fire usually did so while they were being charged. The report has pointed out that the incident took place on July 3 at around 3:15 AM. The user has also said that the room in which the smartphone caught fire had an air conditioner which had been set to 19 degrees.
The user claims that he was woken up in the middle of the night when he smelt something burning and then saw that his room was filled with fumes. He then doused the fire using water. According to the user, the mobile phone was placed just a few feet away from him, so the situation would have been much more dangerous had he not woken up on time.
Someone I know just got saved from fatality. @OnePlus_IN@oneplus how do you explain your phone exploding out of the blue???! Kids use your phone as it’s attractively priced. Where is the responsibility to fix this? pic.twitter.com/CRgmF6RTBB
While the smartphone is five years old, such an incident should not happen because it can put someone’s life in danger, the user said. He reached out to OnePlus and Amazon India and told them about the matter. The incident only came to light after India Today anchor Chaiti Narula took to Twitter to speak about it. She even posted images of the damaged smartphone.
OnePlus’ team responded to her tweet and said that their Critical Escalations Team is looking into the matter. They added that the team is in touch with the user and is working to solve the issue.
We should point out that it is not at all common for OnePlus smartphones to explode. This may be one among the first few incidents when such a thing has happened. But then, it is scary to think that a smartphone can explode even when it is not charging and is switched off. The reason can also be that the device is very old, but even then, it can prove to be extremely dangerous.
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America-based technology company Uber can be given the credit for changing the way we hail a cab. While earlier we had to call and book taxis in advance, now, they are just a few smartphone taps away no matter where we are or what time of the day it is. The service has not only helped customers but cab drivers too. While earlier it was very difficult for them to find jobs, now it is not. Last year, the company had launched its Uber Pro service in the United States that was aimed at benefitting drivers. Now, Uber Pro is being launched in India and Mexico too, with unique program elements to cater to both countries.
The company has announced on its blog that with Uber Pro, drivers in India who are associated with the company will get “access to free medical consultations, micro-credit loans, discounts for education and coaching modules that can be passed along to their children, as well as helpful rewards like faster airport pickups.”
Uber also added that it has partnered with a number of companies to provide “additional savings on car maintenance costs and discounts on life insurance” to the drivers. The company has said that Uber Pro was first launched to give the rewards to drivers that they wanted, so the offerings were decided on the basis of their feedback. Even in India, Uber has adopted the same model and will be delivering what drivers told the company that they wanted.
Coming to Mexico, Uber Pro will be reaching several cities over there. The company has said that eligible drivers will be able to “access higher education through our partnership with UTEL, which is partnering with Uber to offer discounted, flexible study programs.”
Uber has also said that it has partnered with companies to provide the “first free driver debit card available in Latin America.” With this, the everyday spending of the drivers will be rewarded with cash back and no annual fee will be charged, the company claims.
In addition to this, eligible drivers in Mexico will be able to get “instant access to earnings through Instant Pay, which they can use to cash out up to five times per day–free of cost.” Besides this, they will also get access to Quest promotions, faster airport pickups, 24/7 phone support, visibility into trip duration among other rewards.
Uber has said that with its Uber Pro program, it aims to help its drivers get a step closer to their long-term ambitions.
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Chinese handset maker Lenovo has launched its Z6 smartphone in China. The Lenovo Z6 is powered by Snapdragon 730 SoC and houses a 4,000mAh battery. The company has already launched Lenovo Z6 Pro and Lenovo Z6 Youth Edition in the Chinese market this year. The newly launched offering lies between the two in terms of features. Here’s a look at the price and specifications of the device:
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Lenovo Z6 price and details (China)
Lenovo Z6 comes in three storage variants. The price of the handset is CNY 1,899 (approximately Rs. 19,000) for the 6GB RAM/64GB storage variant, CNY 2,099 (approximately. 21,000) for the 6GB RAM/128GB storage variant, and CNY 2,499 (approximately. 25,000) for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant. Lenovo Z6 will go on sale from July 9 and customers will be able to pick it up in a single Blue colour option.
Lenovo Z6 specifications
Coming to the specifications, the Lenovo Z6 runs Android Pie skinned with ZIUI 11. The smartphone sports a 6.39-inch OLED display that comes with HDR10 support and has an aspect ratio of19.5:9 and 93.1% screen-to-body ratio. The smartphone has been powered by the Snapdragon 730 SoC paired with up to 8GB of RAM. It packs a 4,000mAh battery with 15W fast charging support
On the imaging front, the Lenovo Z6 sports a triple rear camera setup with a 24MPprimary lens with f/1.8 aperture, an 8MP secondary telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom and 8x hybrid zoom, and a 5MP tertiary lens for depth effects. On the front, it has a 16MPcamera for selfies and video calls.
The Lenovo Z6 has USB Type-C, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth v5 and a 3.5mm audio jack for connectivity. The Lenovo Z6 is 157×74.5×7.97mm in measurements and it weighs 159 grams.
In an unrelated piece of new, Lenovo-owned Motorola is also planning to launch the rebranded version of Motorola One Vision in China. However, it will launch with the name of Motorola P50 and is expected to be unveiled next week. The device is assumed to be launched with feature similar specifications as that of Motorola One Vision. The handset will sport a 6.3-inch full-HD+ (1080×2520 pixels) display and will be powered by the octa-core Samsung Exynos 9609 SoC clubbed with 4GB of RAM. The Motorola P50 smartphone will sport a 48MP primary camera accompanied by a 5MP depth sensor. On the front, it will come up with a 25MP camera for selfies and video calls.
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Technology giant Google seems to be adopting a more intelligent way of placing the various camera modes that are present on the app. The company seems to have realised that people don’t use the panorama mode as much as they use other modes to capture the best possible image. As a result of this, Google will reportedly place its Night Sight feature to its main list of camera modes. With this, Panorama mode will go further away. But then, it makes perfect sense as the Night Sight feature is way more useful than the Panorama mode.
According to 9to5Google, in the latest Android Q beta build the feature can already be seen. It can be seen that Night Sight has taken the place of Panorama as the mode on the extreme left. If this remains unchanged, here’s a list of modes that you will be able to swipe between besides the main viewfinder:
Night Sight
Portrait
Camera
Video
Besides this, there is an option of More that has modes like Panorama, Photo Sphere, Photo Booth, Slow Motion, Time Lapse and Playground.
While the change is a small one, it does make all the sense in the world considering Google has been advertising the Night Sight mode and even compared it to the iPhone XS. We should mention that Apple’s offering comes without a dedicated low-light mode. Pixel 3, and in turn Night Sight feature, has been surpassed in terms of performance by Huawei P30 Pro. However, Night Sight still continues to be a highlighted feature of Pixel devices. On the other hand, the Panorama mode on Google is not exactly a standout feature and is a lot like the one on other smartphones.
But then, we should mention that in the same updated camera app, the ability to adjust the white balance has been removed. The temperature icon that let users adjust the white balance cannot be found on the app anymore, so it is safe to assume that Google has quietly removed the feature. A lot of people may not even notice the change, but then, those who click pictures using the Pixel professionally will be disappointed with it.
It is worth noticing that Google has also added the Night Sight feature to its Pixel 3a smartphone, that is the affordable version of its flagship Pixel 3. You can read our review of the Pixel 3a here to know how the camera performed.
Cupertino-based technology giant Apple will reportedly ditch the controversial butterfly keyboard that it has been using in its MacBooks since 2015. Another report also claims that the company will be switching to a new scissor-switch design instead that will make use of glass fiber in order to reinforce the keys.
While the first development has been shared by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the information about the scissor-switch keyboard design first surfaced on 9to5Mac. Kuo’s report also said that the laptop that will be the first to get the new keyboard will be a new MacBook Air model that will be launched this year. The MacBook Pro that will be launched in 2020 will also sport the same keyboard design. Kuo said, “We predict that the butterfly keyboard may finally disappear in the long term.”
Apple has been tweaking the design of its butterfly keyboard with every MacBook in order to overcome some problem that customers commonly complain about. These include keys act in a strange manner and the keyboard not functioning properly or even stopping to work completely. Apple has apologised about the issues customers have faced because of its keyboard earlier this year. The Cupertino based technology giant said that a small number of users had experienced some troubles with its keyboard. In the past, it has also launched a repair program for the earlier versions of the device.
Kuo has given a number of different reasons why Apple is changing its keyboard design. The most prominent one among them is that the upcoming keyboard will be more durable because it will come with glass fiber replacement. According to a MacRumors report that quotes him, the new keyboard “could improve the typing experience by offering longer key travel.”
However, he has also added that the butterfly switch design is expensive for the company to manufacture and that the new scissor switch design will be more affordable. But then, one can’t expect it to be as affordable as the keyboard of an average laptop.
We should also point out that while the current design has some disadvantages, it is extremely thin. This can prove to be very important for those who value space when they buy a laptop that is as premium and modern as the MacBook.
According to Kuo, the new design of the keyboard will make it slightly thicker, however, he also added that “most users can’t tell the difference.”
The report has also added that the keyboard would not ship with the 16-inch MacBook Pro that is supposed to launch this year. It would also not be present on the rumoured 13-inch MacBook Pro model.
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German audio products brand Blaupunkt has launched a set of two wired earphones – EM10 and EM01 – in the country. Blaupunkt EM10 and EM01 wired earphones are provided with 10mm audio drivers and come with a multifunctional button that enables users to control calls and music. The earphones come with a unique feature called Call Disconnect feature.
The company has launched the wired headphones in the Indian market. The newly launched Blaupunkt EM-01 and EM-10 can be purchased at Rs 699 and Rs 499 respectively. Both the products are available on Amazon India’s website.
According to the company, the wired earphones have been designed especially keeping in mind the choices of Indian consumers with superior sound quality. The earphones look trendy and have a metal body that makes them sturdy and captivating.
Excited about the launch of the exclusive range of Blaupunkt wired earphones in India, Andrzej Cebrat, Managing Director, Blaupunkt says, “In a highly competitive market as ours, the product experience is the future as compared to design In India. Blaupunkt has already achieved a benchmark as a leading player in the range of home audio products. With our century-old legacy of impeccable innovation and 20+ years of experience in India, we are certain that our audio products have raised the bar in the audio products market and we will continue to add high-quality products that meet the consumer demands. I am confident; our latest additions of wired earphones EM01 and EM10will be equally praised and accepted in the market”.He further added- “With Envent as our India partner for Audio products, we believe that our earphones are a perfect companion for the millennials and Gen Z, with versatile features, advanced technology and above all available at a price range that fits every pocket.”
The new Blaupunkt wired headphones promise to deliver a premium sound quality to the users. It is touted to give a great treble and bass output and delivers a rich audio experience for all music genres. The comfortable fit makes it an ideal choice for running, Jogging and exercising. The product comes with an ‘Isolate Noise’ feature that can block out 90% of ambient sound.
The wired headphones come with a built-in microphone and a Remote to answer, end and reject calls. The buttons can also be used to change songs. The earphones are compatible with all the devices with 3.5 mm headphone jack and come with a 1.5-meter wire to connect with a phone in bag or pocket. The company offers 12 months of in-house warranty.
The company, that got its personal audio range of products in India in February 2019, has said that its offerings like BH01, Earpods (BTW01), Lightest BT Earphone (BE-01) have been appreciated a lot by audiophiles.
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We have been hearing about the PUBG Lite for PC project since months now and finally, it has hit the Indian side of the globe. Yes, PUBG Lite for PC has gone live in India. Players who have pre-registered for the game can download it free of cost. You read that right, if you are one of those who pre-registered for the famous battle royale game in India, then you can download it right now and play for free. The rest of you who want to play the game fret not, since you will also be able to download the game for free and also play for free.
PUBG Lite for PC is the lighter version of PUBG. This has been developed by Tencent for those PCs and laptops which do not have a dedicated graphics card or high-end components. Since a major chunk of the population does not have a gaming PC or laptop, yet they still enjoy the bashing on their mobile. The videogame developers decided to make a low-end version of the game that will run on just about any PC or laptop. Tencent has said that PUBG Lite for PC will be able to work and is optimised for PCs and laptops at the fag-end, too.
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So, what is theleast minimum configuration to play PUBG Lite for PC one has to have?
If you want to enjoy PUBG Lite for PC on your low-end PC or laptop you need the following. A minimum of Intel Core i3 CPU with 2.4 GHz speed, 4GB RAM and at least 4GB of storage space left in your hard drive. Also, Intel HD 400 graphics with Direct X 11 is what you need for it to play properly. Windows 10 will also be a boon. However, we have seen people on Windows 7 machines run it just fine with the above configuration. But many in India still do not have this minimum configuration, some still have Pentium CPUs Well, then you might think of upgrading if you are still working on that and you want to play PUBG Lite for PC.
The game has been kept totally free for gamers and will stay like that forever. The regular version of the game is priced at Rs 999 on the Steam Store, but the lite variant you can download at no cost. The company has gone for a freemium model for this version of the game, just like PUBG mobile. Which too is free to download and play, but you would need to pay for extra items from the in-game store.
PUBG Lite for PC is still in its beta stage so you might come across some bugs. There are only three maps in the game at the moment – Erangel, Sanhok and Miramar. More maps and features are expected to come to the game. But no definite timeline has been kept. Also, will the game get seasonal maps and upgrades is yet to be seen.
How to download PUBG Lite for PC?
If you have the above requirements and want to download the game, then all you have to do is go to its website, create an account and then login. After that, you will be asked to download the PUBG lite launcher. This, in turn, will download all the game files on to your PC or laptop.
What are the prizes you get for pre-registering in PUBG Lite for PC?
To start with, each participant is getting a Tiger M46 and Cheetah parachute. This is for the pre-registered players only. If the game crosses 1,00,000 registrations then Tencent will reward each player with Black Scarf, Punk Glasses and Bloody Combat Pants. In case the game crosses more than 2,00,000 players then another set of prizes will be given. These include Striped long-sleeved shirt, Gold PUBG scarf and red sports top. Codes of the prizes will come to the players in an email, which they then can use within the game.
Hyundai is all set to launch its Kona electric SUV in India this month. The company has announced that it will be unveiling its upcoming offering on July 9 in the country. With Hyundai Kona, the carmaker will mark its debut into the electric vehicle space in India.
Hyundai Kona comes with an impressive design and sports a closed-off front grille and twin headlight. The car has LED headlamps, LED DRLs and LED rear lamps. The electric car has alloy wheels that are 17-inches in size and comes with a 7-inch digital cluster, an 8-inch touch screen, a paddle shifter and an electronic gear shift button that is placed on the inside of the cabin.
The electric SUV will be available in two battery variants – one will house a 39.2kWh and the other will pack a 64.0kWh. The car will also come with a permanent magnet synchronous motor and while its power output will be 136hp, it will have a peak torque of 395Nm. The top speed of the car is 155 kilometre per hour and on a single charge, it will be able to run for 312 kilometres. These were the numbers given for the base variant.
If we talk about the other model of the car, it has a power output of 204hp and a peak torque of 395Nm. The maximum speed of this variant will be 167 kilometres per hour and it will be able to run for 482 kilometres on a single charge.
The company has said that Hyundai Kona has liquid cooled lithium-ion batteries and they have optimal performance and efficiency. In addition to this, Hyundai has also added that the batteries of the car can be recharged up to 80% in less than an hour, provided one uses a 100 kW DC fast charging station.
At the moment there is no word on which among the two variants of Hyundai Kona will launch in India. The company has also not confirmed if it will be launching both the variants.
The electric SUV is expected to be priced in India around Rs 25 lakhs. We should mention that Hyundai Motors India has reported a 3.2% fall in its cumulative sales recently. As of June 2019, the company said that it had sold 58,807 cars. Recently, Hyundai also launched its Venue compact SUV in the country at a starting price of Rs 6.50 lakhs.
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Another thing about the design of the Google Pixel 4 smartphone is that it’s back panel does not have the regular look that all other devices from the company’s flagship range do.
Pixel smartphones have always had a glossy glass portion on the top of their rear panel and a larger matte portion that on the rest of its back panel. Pixel 4, on the other hand, can be seen to have only one. But then, we can’t really say which one it is.
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Another thing about the design of the Google Pixel 4 smartphone is that it’s back panel does not have the regular look that all other devices from the company’s flagship range do.
Pixel smartphones have always had a glossy glass portion on the top of their rear panel and a larger matte portion that on the rest of its back panel. Pixel 4, on the other hand, can be seen to have only one. But then, we can’t really say which one it is.
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To recall, Asus ROG Phone was launched in June 2018 globally but it made its way to India in November 2018. The smartphone some powerful gaming-centric specifications and was powered by an overclocked version of the Snapdragon 845 SoC. So, the possibility of Asus ROG Phone 2 being powered by an over-clocked version of the Snapdragon 855 SoC cannot be ruled out either. But then, we will have to wait till we find out more.
To recall, Asus ROG Phone was launched in June 2018 globally but it made its way to India in November 2018. The smartphone some powerful gaming-centric specifications and was powered by an overclocked version of the Snapdragon 845 SoC. So, the possibility of Asus ROG Phone 2 being powered by an over-clocked version of the Snapdragon 855 SoC cannot be ruled out either. But then, we will have to wait till we find out more.
The design of the notification shade on the handset has also been tweaked. It now comes with larger icons and a cleaner design. Post the update, you will also see that the handset has got the Realme Theme Store as a standalone app. The update is being rolled out in a phased manner and will gradually reach all the users of Realme 2.
To recall, the smartphone comes with a 6.2-inch HD+ display and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 SoC. It sports a dual rear camera setup with 13MP and 2MP sensors and has an 8MP selfie camera.
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The design of the notification shade on the handset has also been tweaked. It now comes with larger icons and a cleaner design. Post the update, you will also see that the handset has got the Realme Theme Store as a standalone app. The update is being rolled out in a phased manner and will gradually reach all the users of Realme 2.
To recall, the smartphone comes with a 6.2-inch HD+ display and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 SoC. It sports a dual rear camera setup with 13MP and 2MP sensors and has an 8MP selfie camera.
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The Narendra Modi led government has been pushing cashless payments since its first term. After demonetization, the government had launched its BHIM app and made efforts to make sure that digital payments see a surge. At the Budget 2019, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that the government has decided to remove MDR changes on cashless payments. In addition to this, no charges will be levied on customers who opt for cashless payments.
The government has announced two major changes as far as electric vehicles go. Firstly, the government has approved Rs 10,000 crore for Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles or FAME II. With this, it is encouraging auto-makers to manufacture electric vehicles in India. Other than this, the government has also announced an income tax exemption of ₹1.5 lakh to the owners of electric vehicles. Customs duty for certain parts of the vehicle will also be exempted.
It has also been announced today that India has plans to ease local sourcing rules in single-brand retail. According to various analysts, this move will help technology companies like Apple, OnePlus and Oppo who wish to set up their own stores in India. The move is meant for getting higher foreign investments at a time when global FDI has slid from 13% in 2018 to $1.3 trillion from $1.5 trillion.
Sitharaman also said that under the government plans to bridge the rural-urban digital divide with BharatNet and aims to provide internet connectivity in local bodies in every Panchayat in the country. The efforts will be speeded up with assistance from Universal Obligation Fund.
The government also announced at the Budget 2019 that it has plans of improving skills of youth in certain areas like artificial intelligence, big data and robotics. These skills are valued highly in India as well as outside the country and can help in securing high paying jobs.
Under its ASPIRE scheme, the government plans to launch livelihood business incubators and 20 technology business incubators. These will be set up to produce 75,000 skilled entrepreneurs in the agro-rural industries.
The government is taking a step towards becoming a space power as it has announced a new commercial arm of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) – New Space India Limited (NSIL). The body will help ISRO in tackling the benefits of its research and development.
FM also announced today that the budget allocation for the Department of Space for this year is expected to go up by 11% and will reach around 12.473 crores. The outlay of Space Technology for 2019-200 has also increased by 20% to 8,408 crores.
The government is all set to launch its National Transport Card. The card will run on Rupay card and will enable users to pay bus charges, railways, and roadways.
The Narendra Modi led government has been pushing cashless payments since its first term. After demonetization, the government had launched its BHIM app and made efforts to make sure that digital payments see a surge. At the Budget 2019, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that the government has decided to remove MDR changes on cashless payments. In addition to this, no charges will be levied on customers who opt for cashless payments.
The government has announced two major changes as far as electric vehicles go. Firstly, the government has approved Rs 10,000 crore for Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles or FAME II. With this, it is encouraging auto-makers to manufacture electric vehicles in India. Other than this, the government has also announced an income tax exemption of ₹1.5 lakh to the owners of electric vehicles. Customs duty for certain parts of the vehicle will also be exempted.
It has also been announced today that India has plans to ease local sourcing rules in single-brand retail. According to various analysts, this move will help technology companies like Apple, OnePlus and Oppo who wish to set up their own stores in India. The move is meant for getting higher foreign investments at a time when global FDI has slid from 13% in 2018 to $1.3 trillion from $1.5 trillion.
Sitharaman also said that under the government plans to bridge the rural-urban digital divide with BharatNet and aims to provide internet connectivity in local bodies in every Panchayat in the country. The efforts will be speeded up with assistance from Universal Obligation Fund.
The government also announced at the Budget 2019 that it has plans of improving skills of youth in certain areas like artificial intelligence, big data and robotics. These skills are valued highly in India as well as outside the country and can help in securing high paying jobs.
Under its ASPIRE scheme, the government plans to launch livelihood business incubators and 20 technology business incubators. These will be set up to produce 75,000 skilled entrepreneurs in the agro-rural industries.
The government is taking a step towards becoming a space power as it has announced a new commercial arm of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) – New Space India Limited (NSIL). The body will help ISRO in tackling the benefits of its research and development.
FM also announced today that the budget allocation for the Department of Space for this year is expected to go up by 11% and will reach around 12.473 crores. The outlay of Space Technology for 2019-200 has also increased by 20% to 8,408 crores.
The government has also announced certain steps for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Among the most highlighted ones is that it is setting up a new payment platform for them.
The government is all set to launch its National Transport Card. The card will run on Rupay card and will enable users to pay bus charges, railways, and roadways.
We should add that the first PCI 4.0 SSDs were announced right after the initial specifications of the PlayStation 5 came to light. The new SSDs are said to offer a substantial upgrade in terms of performance over its predecessor.
Sony has also said that the console will support 120Hz of output at 4K for games and will also have support for 8K. But then, as of now, it is speculated that the 8K will only be used for videos and not for gaming. The company also confirmed that the PS5 will have support for multiplayer backwards compatibility with the PlayStation 4, so it will be easy for users to upgrade their console.
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Speaking further on it, she said, “We want a lot to develop India as a manufacturing hub for electric vehicles and want to encourage the purchase of these vehicles. The government will provide income tax exemption of ₹1.5 lakh to the owners of electric vehicles. Customs duty is also being exempted for certain components of electric vehicles.”
We should mention that recently, Niti Aayog had moved a note to the Finance Ministry to remove all the fossil fuel based vehicles by 2030. However, most automakers are opposing this as such a big shift in such a short span of time can prove to be disruptive for them. As of now, the auto companies do not have the capacity to take up big enough investments required for such a shift.
Yesterday, while presenting the Economic Survey, Nirmala Sitharaman said that electric vehicles represent the next generation in sustainable mobility and the country must pay emphasis on them so that it can take the needed appropriate measures to lower the total lifetime ownership costs so that it can attract consumers.
“While various incentives have been provided by the government and new policies are being implemented, it is important that these policies not only focus on reducing the upfront costs of owning an EV but also reduce the overall lifetime costs of ownership,” said the survey.
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Speaking further on it, she said, “We want a lot to develop India as a manufacturing hub for electric vehicles and want to encourage the purchase of these vehicles. The government will provide income tax exemption of ₹1.5 lakh to the owners of electric vehicles. Customs duty is also being exempted for certain components of electric vehicles.”
We should mention that recently, Niti Aayog had moved a note to the Finance Ministry to remove all the fossil fuel based vehicles by 2030. However, most automakers are opposing this as such a big shift in such a short span of time can prove to be disruptive for them. As of now, the auto companies do not have the capacity to take up big enough investments required for such a shift.
Yesterday, while presenting the Economic Survey, Nirmala Sitharaman said that electric vehicles represent the next generation in sustainable mobility and the country must pay emphasis on them so that it can take the needed appropriate measures to lower the total lifetime ownership costs so that it can attract consumers.
“While various incentives have been provided by the government and new policies are being implemented, it is important that these policies not only focus on reducing the upfront costs of owning an EV but also reduce the overall lifetime costs of ownership,” said the survey.
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The device is available in China in Glacier Blue, Flame Red and Carbon Fiber Black colour options. The pricing of the two smartphones in India is expected to be similar to their China price. You can take a look at their detailed specifications here.
Some reports have also suggested that the Redmi K20 smartphone will be launched in India as POCO F2. We would have to wait for a few days to find out if that is true or not.
The device is available in China in Glacier Blue, Flame Red and Carbon Fiber Black colour options. The pricing of the two smartphones in India is expected to be similar to their China price. You can take a look at their detailed specifications here.
Some reports have also suggested that the Redmi K20 smartphone will be launched in India as POCO F2. We would have to wait for a few days to find out if that is true or not.
The left ear cup sports a Micro USB charging port for charging the earphones. It takes around two hours to get the headphones fully charged. Once juiced up the headphones can deliver up to 24 hours of playing time. On the right ear muffs, it sports a power switch that can be turned on by sliding it. The Blue flashing light indicates that the power is on. The left earcups also consist of a volume control button and a multi-function button to play/pause the music.
The headphones come with Ambient awareness feature that allows you to listen to your favourite tracks while you hear ambient sounds too. This feature helps you hear the sound of traffic or horns while you are crossing or walking on the road or traveling in a metro or a bus by lowering the volume of headphones.
The feature can be easily switched on or off by clicking a dedicated button on the right earmuff. As mentioned earlier the JBL headphones are equipped with passive noise cancellation feature that cancels most of the unnecessary sounds in the surroundings.
The JBL400BT headphones come with another feature of Google assistant and Alexa connectivity. Pressing the right ear muff activates the Google voice Assistant or Alexa. This can be also done by just saying Ok Google.
Comfort is the most important thing after sound quality whenever we buy headphones. The padding on the JBL LIVE 400BT is decent. So before even listening to music, we tried to assess the comfort. Before putting on the headphones we were worried about if they might not fit our head, but the headphones fitted pretty well because of the padding and the expandable headband (which by-the-way has metal extenders).
The on-ear headphones covered our entire ears but if you have a larger head your ears might peep out of the ear cups. But, JBL is marketing it at over the ears headphones, not on-ear, so this could be the case with some. The padding is soft but after 30 minutes of continuous use, they become a little tight. Soft PU leather material has been used to make the ear cushions. This does not make the ears feel sweaty and does not fall off while working out or jogging.
The left ear cup sports a Micro USB charging port for charging the earphones. It takes around two hours to get the headphones fully charged. Once juiced up the headphones can deliver up to 24 hours of playing time. On the right ear muffs, it sports a power switch that can be turned on by sliding it. The Blue flashing light indicates that the power is on. The left earcups also consist of a volume control button and a multi-function button to play/pause the music.
The headphones come with Ambient awareness feature that allows you to listen to your favourite tracks while you hear ambient sounds too. This feature helps you hear the sound of traffic or horns while you are crossing or walking on the road or traveling in a metro or a bus by lowering the volume of headphones.
The feature can be easily switched on or off by clicking a dedicated button on the right earmuff. As mentioned earlier the JBL headphones are equipped with passive noise cancellation feature that cancels most of the unnecessary sounds in the surroundings.
The JBL400BT headphones come with another feature of Google assistant and Alexa connectivity. Pressing the right ear muff activates the Google voice Assistant or Alexa. This can be also done by just saying Ok Google.
The handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 octa-core processor and comes with up to 8GB of RAM. It houses up to 256GB of UFS 2.1 storage. The device comes with a pop-up selfie camera module that packs a 16MP lens. On the back panel of the handset, there is a dual rear camera setup that comes with a 16MP sensor and a 2MP sensor.
The device comes with a 3,765mAh battery that, as we mentioned earlier, comes with support for VOOC 3.0 fast charging technology.
The handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 octa-core processor and comes with up to 8GB of RAM. It houses up to 256GB of UFS 2.1 storage. The device comes with a pop-up selfie camera module that packs a 16MP lens. On the back panel of the handset, there is a dual rear camera setup that comes with a 16MP sensor and a 2MP sensor.
The device comes with a 3,765mAh battery that, as we mentioned earlier, comes with support for VOOC 3.0 fast charging technology.
An Ola spokesperson, in a statement to the press, said that the company is “looking forward to building world-class mobility offerings for London, by collaborating with drivers, riders, the government, and local authorities. London is one of the world’s most iconic cities and hosts a progressive mobility environment. We couldn’t be more excited to bring Ola to London in the time ahead.”
Currently, Ola’s operations are active in 150 countries in India. Since last year, the company has been expanding its operations to other countries too, and it has reached Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom so far. The company serves more than 150 million users and has reported to have a billion rides annually.
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An Ola spokesperson, in a statement to the press, said that the company is “looking forward to building world-class mobility offerings for London, by collaborating with drivers, riders, the government, and local authorities. London is one of the world’s most iconic cities and hosts a progressive mobility environment. We couldn’t be more excited to bring Ola to London in the time ahead.”
Currently, Ola’s operations are active in 150 countries in India. Since last year, the company has been expanding its operations to other countries too, and it has reached Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom so far. The company serves more than 150 million users and has reported to have a billion rides annually.
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Coming to Mexico, Uber Pro will be reaching several cities over there. The company has said that eligible drivers will be able to “access higher education through our partnership with UTEL, which is partnering with Uber to offer discounted, flexible study programs.”
Uber has also said that it has partnered with companies to provide the “first free driver debit card available in Latin America.” With this, the everyday spending of the drivers will be rewarded with cash back and no annual fee will be charged, the company claims.
In addition to this, eligible drivers in Mexico will be able to get “instant access to earnings through Instant Pay, which they can use to cash out up to five times per day–free of cost.” Besides this, they will also get access to Quest promotions, faster airport pickups, 24/7 phone support, visibility into trip duration among other rewards.
Uber has said that with its Uber Pro program, it aims to help its drivers get a step closer to their long-term ambitions.
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Coming to Mexico, Uber Pro will be reaching several cities over there. The company has said that eligible drivers will be able to “access higher education through our partnership with UTEL, which is partnering with Uber to offer discounted, flexible study programs.”
Uber has also said that it has partnered with companies to provide the “first free driver debit card available in Latin America.” With this, the everyday spending of the drivers will be rewarded with cash back and no annual fee will be charged, the company claims.
In addition to this, eligible drivers in Mexico will be able to get “instant access to earnings through Instant Pay, which they can use to cash out up to five times per day–free of cost.” Besides this, they will also get access to Quest promotions, faster airport pickups, 24/7 phone support, visibility into trip duration among other rewards.
Uber has said that with its Uber Pro program, it aims to help its drivers get a step closer to their long-term ambitions.
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It is worth noticing that Google has also added the Night Sight feature to its Pixel 3a smartphone, that is the affordable version of its flagship Pixel 3. You can read our review of the Pixel 3a here to know how the camera performed.
It is worth noticing that Google has also added the Night Sight feature to its Pixel 3a smartphone, that is the affordable version of its flagship Pixel 3. You can read our review of the Pixel 3a here to know how the camera performed.
Kuo has given a number of different reasons why Apple is changing its keyboard design. The most prominent one among them is that the upcoming keyboard will be more durable because it will come with glass fiber replacement. According to a MacRumors report that quotes him, the new keyboard “could improve the typing experience by offering longer key travel.”
However, he has also added that the butterfly switch design is expensive for the company to manufacture and that the new scissor switch design will be more affordable. But then, one can’t expect it to be as affordable as the keyboard of an average laptop.
We should also point out that while the current design has some disadvantages, it is extremely thin. This can prove to be very important for those who value space when they buy a laptop that is as premium and modern as the MacBook.
According to Kuo, the new design of the keyboard will make it slightly thicker, however, he also added that “most users can’t tell the difference.”
The report has also added that the keyboard would not ship with the 16-inch MacBook Pro that is supposed to launch this year. It would also not be present on the rumoured 13-inch MacBook Pro model.
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Kuo has given a number of different reasons why Apple is changing its keyboard design. The most prominent one among them is that the upcoming keyboard will be more durable because it will come with glass fiber replacement. According to a MacRumors report that quotes him, the new keyboard “could improve the typing experience by offering longer key travel.”
However, he has also added that the butterfly switch design is expensive for the company to manufacture and that the new scissor switch design will be more affordable. But then, one can’t expect it to be as affordable as the keyboard of an average laptop.
We should also point out that while the current design has some disadvantages, it is extremely thin. This can prove to be very important for those who value space when they buy a laptop that is as premium and modern as the MacBook.
According to Kuo, the new design of the keyboard will make it slightly thicker, however, he also added that “most users can’t tell the difference.”
The report has also added that the keyboard would not ship with the 16-inch MacBook Pro that is supposed to launch this year. It would also not be present on the rumoured 13-inch MacBook Pro model.
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The new Blaupunkt wired headphones promise to deliver a premium sound quality to the users. It is touted to give a great treble and bass output and delivers a rich audio experience for all music genres. The comfortable fit makes it an ideal choice for running, Jogging and exercising. The product comes with an ‘Isolate Noise’ feature that can block out 90% of ambient sound.
The wired headphones come with a built-in microphone and a Remote to answer, end and reject calls. The buttons can also be used to change songs. The earphones are compatible with all the devices with 3.5 mm headphone jack and come with a 1.5-meter wire to connect with a phone in bag or pocket. The company offers 12 months of in-house warranty.
The company, that got its personal audio range of products in India in February 2019, has said that its offerings like BH01, Earpods (BTW01), Lightest BT Earphone (BE-01) have been appreciated a lot by audiophiles.
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The company has said that Hyundai Kona has liquid cooled lithium-ion batteries and they have optimal performance and efficiency. In addition to this, Hyundai has also added that the batteries of the car can be recharged up to 80% in less than an hour, provided one uses a 100 kW DC fast charging station.
At the moment there is no word on which among the two variants of Hyundai Kona will launch in India. The company has also not confirmed if it will be launching both the variants.
The electric SUV is expected to be priced in India around Rs 25 lakhs. We should mention that Hyundai Motors India has reported a 3.2% fall in its cumulative sales recently. As of June 2019, the company said that it had sold 58,807 cars. Recently, Hyundai also launched its Venue compact SUV in the country at a starting price of Rs 6.50 lakhs.
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